CDCR · Crescent City, CA
Pelican Bay State Prison is California's most secure facility, located in Crescent City on the far Northern California coast. Its remote location drives some of the highest correctional nursing pay in the state system.
Quick Answer
Travel nurses at Pelican Bay State Prison earn $3,200–$4,000 per week. RN, LVN positions available. Located in Crescent City, CA — 6 hours north from San Francisco.
Location
Crescent City, CA
Del Norte County
Security Level
Level IV (Maximum)
System
CDCR
Capacity
3,000 beds
Opened
1989
Nearest Major City
San Francisco
6 hours north
Standard correctional nursing with emphasis on mental health support, chronic disease management, and security health clinics.
12-hour shifts. Self-contained community — many nurses live in Crescent City itself.
Crescent City has some of the lowest housing costs in California ($800–$1,200/month). Combined with premium remote pay, net take-home is outstanding.
Crescent City, in Del Norte County at the Oregon border — about 6 hours north of San Francisco.
Pelican Bay's remote location means lower competition for nursing positions. CDCR must offer premium pay to attract qualified staff to a rural, isolated location.
Range: $3,200–$4,000/week depending on role and shift
Roles Available
RN, LVN
Contract Length
13 weeks
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